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Issey Miyake

A Drop d Issey Essentielle

A Drop d'Issey Essentielle by Issey Miyake is a Floral Aquatic fragrance for women

The Quick Read

Respected, if divisive — a floral, sponsored composition with a green undertone. Voted best for spring and summer wear, leaning feminine.

fresh aquaticsoft floralsclean crispnessunisex elegancemodern minimalist
3.78· 576 Ratings
Created byAne Ayo
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Longevity
8.2
Sillage
6.5
Best Time
🌙Night67%
Seasons
🍂 ❄️Fall/Winter
The Story

A Drop d'Issey Essentielle by Issey Miyake is a creation that marries the fresh crispness of green leaves with the aquatic depth of oceanic notes, crafted by perfumer Ane Ayo. Launched in 2023, this fragrance opens with a burst of freshness from green leaves and aquatic notes, leading into a heart of lilac and magnolia that adds an unexpected floral warmth. The base of musk rounds out the composition, creating a scent that is both clean and enveloping.

Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

Top

Opening

Heart

The Soul

Base

Foundation

Main Accords

When to Wear

🌸
Spring
☀️
Summer
🍂
Fall
❄️
Winter
🌤️
Day
🌙
Night

Who Wears It

Masculine40%
Unisex40%
Feminine20%
Performance

How It Wears

Longevity
Very Weak3.0k
Weak9.1k
Moderate16.0k
Long2.6k
Eternal160
Sillage
Intimate8.5k
Moderate16.0k
Strong1.4k
Enormous320

Application Tips

Apply A Drop d'Issey Essentielle lightly to pulse points for a subtle effect that lasts through the day. The green and aquatic top notes are bright but fleeting, so layering with the musk base can provide a more lasting presence.

Designer Issey Miyake

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04 · Dossier

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The story behind the bottle.

The moment when you step outside after a rain shower, feeling the mix of fresh air and lingering moisture on your skin.

Fig. 01 — A Drop d Issey Essentielle, Issey Miyake

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06 · The Room

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